Who Gains from Trade:
RECEP & the AEC
1st October, 15:30-16:45 AEST
ASEAN envisages a single ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), which as a single economy is projected to be the fourth largest economy by 2030. The efficiency of ASEAN’s trade within and external to the region will be vital to its growth. With its members at such different stages of growth, how can ASEAN reduce non-tariff costs to promote goals of intra-regional trade and economic integration to foster mutual economic development? With the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) now in force, how will ASEAN attract more external investment and expand its market to boost post-COVID and long-term economic growth, ensuring no country is left behind?
Solutions for ASEAN:
The Future of Work in ASEAN
2nd October, 14:10-15:00
(running concurrently)
Solutions for ASEAN One:
Technology for Development
A team of UNSW young scholars and our research partner, UNSW’s R&D lab, UNOVA, will share their research findings on how technology may be used for inclusive rather than exclusive development.
Solutions for ASEAN Two:
Globalising the Workplace
This session will explore impacts and implications for graduates and businesses from a globalising workplace. A distinguished panel will discuss this new world of work and requirements for graduate and business success. The recent Young Entrepreneurs Case Competition will also be showcased.
Does Economic Growth Always Cost the environment
2nd October, 17:00-18:15
ASEAN Member States have exhibited exceptional growth in past decades; however, the concurrent exploitation of the natural environment has repeatedly resulted in conflicts between the wealthy, the poor, and the conservation of ASEAN’s rich natural environment. How can ASEAN strive to promote sustainable and equitable commercial practices while preserving natural habitats and protecting peoples’ right to a clean and healthy environment? Can ASEAN facilitate cooperation to become a leader in the mobilization of private investment for renewable energy?